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PATON
Feeder
DC MIG/MAG
2. COMMISSIONING
Caution!
Before commissioning, read the section "Safety instructions" cl.13.
2.1 INTENDED USE
The wire feeder is designed exclusively to feed solid or cored welding wires.
Any other use of the machine is considered improper. The manufacturer cannot be
held liable for damages caused by improper use of the machine.
Intended use is subject to the instructions in this operating manual.
2.2 PLACEMENT REQUIREMENTS
The wire feeder can be placed and operated outdoors. The internal electrical parts
of the unit are protected against direct exposure to humidity, but not against
condensation droplets.
WARNING! After storage in a cold place, condensation will form inside closed
areas when used in a warm room. For this reason, the unit must not be switched
on earlier than 1...2 hours!!!
Place the unit in such a way that the lifting cover is easily accessible. Make sure that
metal dust (e.g. from sanding) does not penetrate the machine.
WARNING! The wire feeder can be life-threatening after a hard fall. Install on a
stable hard surface.
2.3 MAINS CONNECTION
The feeder is designed as standard for a supply voltage of 220V (-15% +20%).
Warning! If connected to mains voltages above 270V, all warranty obligations of
the manufacturer become invalid!
This situation can occur with very large phase
voltage imbalances in the standard mains or when using a non-standard connection.
The manufacturer's warranty also becomes void if the mains phase is connected
to the ground wire by mistake.
The mains connector, mains extension cable cross-sections and mains fuses must be
selected according to the technical data of the unit.
Warning!
The mains plug must correspond to the supply voltage. For safety reasons,
use power outlets with a
guaranteed ground connection!!!
2.4 CONNECTING THE POWER CONTACT
This is carried out by the power bayonet connector 8 to the corresponding pole of
the external welding source. As a rule, it is connected to the "positive" pole for solid
